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Arts, Entertainment & Recreation · Universal City, CA

Universal Studios Hollywood

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Universal Studios Hollywood ranks #83,094 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$1,310
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#83,094
of 99,447 penalized employers

Universal Studios Hollywood in Universal City, CA has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,310. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Universal Studios Hollywood 3 times across a longer 13-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 0.7 per inspection, on the lighter side. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #83,094 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.7x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Trinity Repertory Company in Providence, RI is another arts, entertainment & recreation employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,302 in current penalties.

0.7
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
#83,094
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

B 80/100
  • B OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (0.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Universal Studios Hollywood compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Universal Studios Hollywood runs well below peers (0.29x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$1,310 Top 16% most affordable more affordable than 84% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Arts, Entertainment & Recreation employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Universal Studios Hollywood.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.00.33.97.511.114.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGIBSON ISLAND CLUB I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14HALE CENTRE THEATRE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3WALT DISNEY PARKS & …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1PRESQUE ISLE DOWNS, …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1BEACON COVE MARINA I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7RAGING WAVES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3BLUE PELICAN MARINA …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5ON STAGE WAIKIKI BEA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8HILAND PARK COUNTRY …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1BROOKSIDE GOLF ASSOC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6TOO YOUR HEALTH SPA,…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8SIX FLAGS THEME PARK…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4SOUTH DAVIS RECREATI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2APACHE SKY CASINO, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9GALAXY BOWLING CENTE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11BUFF ENTERPRISES INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3CEDAR FAIR LP DBA CE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3UTAH ATHLETIC FOUNDA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2DETROIT ZOOLOGICAL S…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4Universal Studios Ho…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2
Universal Studios Hollywood has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 2 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Universal Studios Hollywood in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation enforcement ledger

Among 848 Arts, Entertainment & Recreation employers with OSHA penalties on file, Universal Studios Hollywood ranks #703 at $1,310 current penalty.

How Universal Studios Hollywood Compares

Universal Studios Hollywood's 0.67 violations per inspection compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector average of 5.1 violations per employer.

Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.29x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2013-08-14

Last Inspection

2026-06-12

Inspection Span

13 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$437

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 3 inspections over 13 years, averaging 0.7 violations per visit. That's $437 per inspection vs. the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$3,935

Current Penalty Amount

$1,310

Penalty Reduction

66.7%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,625 from the initial assessment of $3,935. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

How Universal Studios Hollywood compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector, which has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Universal Studios Hollywood Industry Avg
Inspections 3 1.8
Violations 2 5.1
Total Penalty $1,310 $4,481
Avg Penalty per Inspection $437 $2,537
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Nationwide Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Universal Studios Hollywood, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,310 here).

Trinity Repertory Company $1,302 RI First & Goal INC $1,300 WA Lula, LLC DBA Ghost Town IN the SKY $1,300 NC Tupelo Bay Golf Center $1,330 SC

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Gibson Island Club Incorporated 3 insp. Gibson Island, MD Hale Centre Theatre 3 insp. Sandy, UT Walt Disney Parks & Resorts 3 insp. Lake Buena Vista, FL Presque Isle Downs, INC. 3 insp. Erie, PA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Showing 5 of 2225 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
Trinity Repertory Company
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2 inspections $1,302

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What to do with this record

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Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universal Studios Hollywood safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Universal Studios Hollywood's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 3 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Universal Studios Hollywood have? ▼
Universal Studios Hollywood has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,310.
How many OSHA inspections has Universal Studios Hollywood had? ▼
Universal Studios Hollywood has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-08-14 and the most recent on 2026-06-12. This averages 0.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Universal Studios Hollywood? ▼
Universal Studios Hollywood has been assessed $1,310 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,935 (a 66.7% reduction).
Does Universal Studios Hollywood have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Universal Studios Hollywood has 1 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
What industry does Universal Studios Hollywood operate in? ▼
Universal Studios Hollywood operates in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector (NAICS code 713110). This industry has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 3,932 total OSHA inspections and $9.98M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Universal Studios Hollywood rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Universal Studios Hollywood ranks #83,094 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does Universal Studios Hollywood's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Universal Studios Hollywood's total OSHA penalty of $1,310 is below the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Trinity Repertory Company in Providence, RI is a similar arts, entertainment & recreation employer with $1,302 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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